Otumoetai, Tauranga

1380 days ago

Facial Special

Christine from Body Treatments

Start the New Year with a Luxury Relaxing Facial + lash + brow tint + shape for $65 using 100% organic products Azurlis which are made in New Zealand. Appointments also available for Massage, Waxing, IPL and Homeopathy. Valid till end of February. Ph 5706270 or email bodytreatments@xtra.co.nz

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1380 days ago

LOOKING FOR A CRUISE CLOSE TO HOME?

Marianne from Marianne Rowley - Travel Broker

Viking Cruises have a fantastic Australia & New Zealand cruise between Sydney and Auckland, and as a treat, Viking is including a one-way business class flight to/from Auckland, Wellington, or Christchurch to Sydney or vice versa.
15 Days from AU $7,995* pp, twin share

What's different … View more
Viking Cruises have a fantastic Australia & New Zealand cruise between Sydney and Auckland, and as a treat, Viking is including a one-way business class flight to/from Auckland, Wellington, or Christchurch to Sydney or vice versa.
15 Days from AU $7,995* pp, twin share

What's different about a Viking Cruise?
✔️ No kids under 18 years
✔️ Drinks are included with lunch and dinner (beer, wine and soft drinks)
✔️ A shore excursion is included at every port
✔️ Complimentary Wi-Fi
✔️ No additional tips/gratuities to pay

Plus, book before the 28th of February and you will be covered by their Risk-Free Guarantee, which means you can take advantage of their great deals and plan your travel with confidence.

Message me for their latest brochure to see what other cruises are available.

*Terms & Conditions apply, Based on a January 5, 2023, Departure. Sale Ends 31 March 2021

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1380 days ago

How to Keep Indoor Plants Alive

Owner from Curtain Clean BOP Ltd

These five tips will help to keep your house greens looking lush!

1. Potting and repotting

When potting a plant, choose a pot that has good drainage and always use a good quality potting mix (I use Tully’s Perfect Potting). If you do have a pot without drainage, you can pot it in a smaller … View more
These five tips will help to keep your house greens looking lush!

1. Potting and repotting

When potting a plant, choose a pot that has good drainage and always use a good quality potting mix (I use Tully’s Perfect Potting). If you do have a pot without drainage, you can pot it in a smaller plastic pot and pop it inside.
When repotting, pick a pot that’s one size bigger than the one you have, place some firmly packed potting mix in the bottom and a small sprinkle of plant fertiliser (I use Ecostore Organic Biophos). Give the plant a good water and gently tip the pot on its side and ease out the plant, place it in the new pot and gently fill with potting mix, press down soil and keep filling until you are about 2-4cm from the top of the pot.

2. Light

Most plants like bright indirect sunlight. Plants get their nourishment and energy from the sun so don’t be shy about placing them in bright sunlight. As the seasons change, watch the light levels and move plants closer or further away from windows. Some plants can survive in very dim light but give them a bright light holiday one day a week. Pale foliage is a sign that your plant might not be getting enough light and brown patches on leaves can mean the plant is getting singed.

3. Water

One of the most common reasons indoor plants die is overwatering. The majority of plants need to be watered once a week. Once a month place them in a sink or bucket and drench the soil and roots, then let the water drain out well before placing them back in their spots. There are a few plants that like more water, such as peace lilies, and some that like less, including ZZ plants and snake plants.

4. Humidity

Lots of indoor plants, and the majority of what we sell, originate from sub-tropical rainforest-type climates. They love a light misting daily or you can sit them in the bathroom while you take a shower.

5. Choosing plants

Pick the right plant for you and your lifestyle. If you are new to house plants, start with an easy-care plant such as a succulent or cactus, then you can graduate to other types. If you go away a lot choose a plant that can survive without attention. If you live in the city you might want to think about plants that have super air cleansing powers.


The whole process of choosing plants and their weekly routine can be quite meditative. Enjoy the watering rituals you create — it’s a good chance to practise your mindfulness. Just remember once you start it’s hard to stop!

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1380 days ago

Delivery/Moving Services

Devan from Smart Express Tauranga

Smile! For all your moving and delivery needs, call Smart Express.

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1380 days ago

Start the school year strong!

NumberWorks'nWords Tauranga

The new school year is upon us! Though we can’t predict what 2021 will bring, we can set our children up for success, and help them start the school year strong.

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1385 days ago

NZ's friendliest regions and towns

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi there,
Canterbury has been named the fifth most welcoming region in the world in the Booking.com Traveller Review Awards, while Oamaru, Hokitika and Invercargill have been named the most welcoming towns in NZ. They were followed by Cambridge, Picton, Lake Tekapo, Kerikeri, Palmerston North, … View more
Hi there,
Canterbury has been named the fifth most welcoming region in the world in the Booking.com Traveller Review Awards, while Oamaru, Hokitika and Invercargill have been named the most welcoming towns in NZ. They were followed by Cambridge, Picton, Lake Tekapo, Kerikeri, Palmerston North, Paihia and Twizel.
We'd be really keen to hear your thoughts on this based on your own travels around New Zealand. Do you think Canterbury is NZ's most welcoming region? And are these our most welcoming towns?
Where in NZ have you been made to feel particularly welcome on your travels?
As usual, please put 'NFP' in your comment if you don't want it to be included in an article. Cheers.

1381 days ago

💖 Love Where You Live - February 1st to 28th 💖

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Love is in the air this month! We’re not just talking about Valentine’s Day, we’re talking about this month’s national campaign.

Our theme for February is all about finding ways to show your home and community a little extra love and care. Whether it’s organising a street clean up, … View more
Love is in the air this month! We’re not just talking about Valentine’s Day, we’re talking about this month’s national campaign.

Our theme for February is all about finding ways to show your home and community a little extra love and care. Whether it’s organising a street clean up, helping a neighbour tidy up their property, collaborating on a mural, putting together a working bee, or installing a communal pātaka or library - there are countless ways to make our neighbourhoods more beautiful and enjoyable for everyone.

Share your tips, projects, photos and experiences with us by tagging us in your social media posts or emailing us at:

info@neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz

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1381 days ago
1382 days ago

Leather settee

Christine from Tauranga City

Stunning comfy soft Italian leather settee. Is a nice cappuccino color. Love it but sadly no room in our new home as you will see when you come to take a look - in Bethlehem (not cushions) Ph 0272268110

Price: $225

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1383 days ago

Textile Fibres and Their Characteristics

Owner from Curtain Clean BOP Ltd

We are passionate about fabrics and finding the right solutions for our customers. With over 110 years of experience in the textile industry we have compiled some of this knowledge and look forward to sharing it with you over the next year through our blog series – An Educational Yarn. Our … View moreWe are passionate about fabrics and finding the right solutions for our customers. With over 110 years of experience in the textile industry we have compiled some of this knowledge and look forward to sharing it with you over the next year through our blog series – An Educational Yarn. Our first topic explores the different characteristics of textile fibres.

Textile fibres are natural or synthetic structures that can be spun into yarn. Yarns are then woven, knitted or bonded into fabric. The inherent characteristics of fibre properties directly relate to the performance and required care and maintenance of the finished fabric, therefore understanding fibres and yarns will in turn help you to understand the how to apply specific fabrics within your interior schemes.

Natural Fibres: Occurring in nature; which are of animal, vegetable/plant or mineral origin.


COTTON (Plant Origin)

• A strong fibre, even stronger when wet, cotton has good natural durability.
• Can be affected by mildew however a mildew resistant finish can be applied to reduce this issue.
• Generally has reasonable sunlight resistance but should be protected with a quality lining when used as a drapery and protected from direct sunlight when used as an upholstery.
• It is an absorbent fibre which means it can move with changing humidity levels.
• May shrink with laundering but this can be reduced through a finishing process on the fabric known as sanforising.
Sunlight resistance can be greatly reduced in acidic polluted conditions.


SILK (Animal origin; an animal fibre that comes from the silkworm. The silkworm creates its cocoon from very long silk fibres which are harvested from mulberry trees.)

• It is naturally fine in texture, and colours beautifully.
• Its biggest disadvantage in furnishing is its sensitivity to UV light degradation (direct and reflected). Due to its sensitivity, it should not be used in direct sunlight or even bright light.
• An absorbent fibre, it has the potential to move in humid environments.
• Silk is a relatively strong fibre and can withstand a certain amount of abrasion, particularly when used in conjunction with
• a backing fabric.
• Unrivalled in splendour and smoothness, silk is regarded the most exclusive of all natural fibres.

LINEN
Plant origin; derived from cellulose fibres that grow inside the stalks of the flax plant.
• As with cotton it is affected by acidic pollution.
• Can be affected by mildew which will likely cause the fibre to deteriorate over time.
• Considered to be the strongest of the natural fibres; if constructed for upholstery it is very durable, particularly when blended with up to 10% nylon.
• Is regarded as a luxury fibre because of its lustre and texture.
• It is an absorbent fibre which means it can move with changing humidity levels
• Linen has moderate sunlight resistance and should be protected by a quality lining when used as a drapery and protected from direct sunlight when used as an upholstery.



Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

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1383 days ago

Ceramic Arts Gallery

Lynn from Matua

Come along to Ceramic Arts Gallery and garden in Cedar Grove. Look out for the signs and bunting! Open today, Saturday 10 - 2 and Sunday 12:30 to 3:30. All original and unique pottery, sculpture and paintings made here in Matua. Entrance in Cedar Grove or from park in front of Matua Bowling Club. … View moreCome along to Ceramic Arts Gallery and garden in Cedar Grove. Look out for the signs and bunting! Open today, Saturday 10 - 2 and Sunday 12:30 to 3:30. All original and unique pottery, sculpture and paintings made here in Matua. Entrance in Cedar Grove or from park in front of Matua Bowling Club. Well sign posted. 0223005853

Negotiable

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1383 days ago

Be part of a community interested in personal growth via Rebirthing/ Breathwork

Peter from Pyes Pa

Hi everybody. I had great response from people joining this group so that my first Meetup event was scheduled for the 30th Jan and booked out within days. I am planning the next one now so if you are interested to perhaps join me on the next event join this group . The group is called Meetup Group … View moreHi everybody. I had great response from people joining this group so that my first Meetup event was scheduled for the 30th Jan and booked out within days. I am planning the next one now so if you are interested to perhaps join me on the next event join this group . The group is called Meetup Group "Tauranga Self Exploration via Rebirthing/ Breathwork" www.meetup.com............ I am inviting everyone to be part of this group who is suffering from anxiety, depression, abuse or addiction, stress or simply having breathing problems. This meetup group which is presently growing will conduct regular group meetings in the application and experience of breathwork. It is fundamentally a breathing technique which helps to connect to often underlying and less conscious causes of stress and to help to resolve or remove them using the breathing itself as the tool and helper. The term Rebirthing here has no religious affiliation but more so one of being in spirit, inspired and inspirational to remove obstacles of trauma in its many forms from our life so we may live a life with much more freedom and peace and compassion. Something we all could do with some more in times like these. You need to join my group first before you can attend any future event. Looking forward to meeting you. If you have done some breathwork sessions before or attended a workshop these group meeting still can be very valuable to anyone who knows about the breath and its gifts and secrets it holds. See you soon. Peter

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1385 days ago

Is your computer driving you mad?

Kevin from Athena Solutions & Services Ltd

Are you having computer or IT related issues? are you fed up with things not working when they should? are you looking for affordable, friendly and local IT and technology support?
If so please get in touch.

No job too small, just give me a call - Kevin 022 3521 402
I come to you and specialize in… View more
Are you having computer or IT related issues? are you fed up with things not working when they should? are you looking for affordable, friendly and local IT and technology support?
If so please get in touch.

No job too small, just give me a call - Kevin 022 3521 402
I come to you and specialize in providing one to one support and I pride myself on being easy to talk to, flexible and affordable.

I am a Microsoft certified professional. I can advise, train and support problems with computers, laptops, smartphones and TV's. Internet, email and social media problems as well as lots more.

Look out for me driving around your area and give me a wave!

Cheers Kevin
0223 521 402
www.athenasolutions.co.nz...

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1386 days ago

New ventures for a young family

Scott from Greerton - Parkvale

Kia ora neighbours,
Last year was crazy for us. We were heartbroken to say goodbye to the foster daughter that was moved on against our desires, we bought a house, and we adopted a baby all in the space of 2 months.
With the desire to support the family, my brother in law and I started a new Lawn … View more
Kia ora neighbours,
Last year was crazy for us. We were heartbroken to say goodbye to the foster daughter that was moved on against our desires, we bought a house, and we adopted a baby all in the space of 2 months.
With the desire to support the family, my brother in law and I started a new Lawn Care company called Brothers in Lawns.
We would so appreciate any support!

Check us out on
Facebook @brothersinlawstauranga
Instagram @brothersinlawns

Arohanui!

1384 days ago

Poll: Do you wash chicken before cooking?

New Zealand Food Safety

Washing chicken doesn’t remove bacteria, it just spreads it around. The best way to protect your whānau from getting sick is to wash your hands and kitchen tools after touching raw chicken, and make sure you cook chicken all the way through. Juices
should run clear and there shouldn’t be any … View more
Washing chicken doesn’t remove bacteria, it just spreads it around. The best way to protect your whānau from getting sick is to wash your hands and kitchen tools after touching raw chicken, and make sure you cook chicken all the way through. Juices
should run clear and there shouldn’t be any pink meat in the centre.

Remember to Clean Cook Chill and check our easy food safety tips here.

The team at New Zealand Food Safety.
Find out more

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Do you wash chicken before cooking?
  • 36% Yes I thought washing cleans it
    36% Complete
  • 64% No Chicken shouldn’t be washed
    64% Complete
125 votes
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